Ham and Potato Soup (Dairy-Free)
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Ham and Potato Soup (Dairy-Free)
Description
Ham and Potato Soup (Dairy-Free) features smoked ham pieces and russet potatoes simmered with a fragrant base of sautéed carrot, celery, onion, and garlic. Italian seasoning adds subtle herb notes while the chicken broth and water create a flavorful liquid. During cooking, some of the potatoes are lightly mashed in the pot to thicken the soup and create a blend of chunky and soft textures. This soup is cooked by simmering until the potatoes are tender enough to fall apart easily.
The soup is savory and filling, with smoky ham and the heartiness of potatoes balanced by the aromatic vegetables. It’s dairy-free yet achieves a creamy consistency from the mashed potatoes. This makes it suitable for those avoiding dairy without sacrificing texture.
Serve the soup hot, ideally with crusty bread for dipping to complement the rich broth and tender ham chunks. The flavors deepen after sitting, so leftovers taste even better the following day when reheated gently. This flexibility supports making it in advance for convenience.
Ingredients
- 1 carrot peeled & chopped, large
- 2 celery chopped finely, sticks
- 1/2 onion chopped, medium
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound (approx.) smoked ham cut into small pieces
- 2.5 pounds russet potato peeled & cut into 1" pieces
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your celery, carrot, and onion and add them to a large soup pot with the olive oil. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, prep your ham and potatoes (or you can prep them at the start - it's up to you!).
- Stir in the garlic, then add the ham, potatoes, Italian seasoning, chicken broth, and water to the pot. Increase the heat to high and bring it to a gentle boil. Cover the pot with the lid slightly ajar and reduce the heat so it's simmering. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are nice and tender (I like them to easily fall apart).
- Using a potato masher, lightly mash some of the potatoes right in the pot. I like a mix of potato pieces and a bit of mash. Season with salt & pepper and serve immediately. This soup tastes even better the next day!
Notes
- You can prepare this soup using a slow cooker or Instant Pot for easier hands-off cooking.
- Using low-sodium chicken broth helps control salt levels if needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 263 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 263kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 1514mg | 63% |
| Potassium | 1168mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1698IU | 34% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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